As a foreign language correspondent, you would predominantly be responsible for correspondence in English and German, file management, the monitoring and striking of deadlines, and the organisation of the secretarial tasks of a patent attorney. In this richly varied and multifaceted role within an international team, you will work a 39-hour week with flexitime.

We are looking for someone with your specialist experience in the patent system to manage administrative tasks relating to technical IP rights at various stages from filing to grant. This includes monitoring deadlines, gathering required documents and information, and liaising with patent offices and colleagues around the world.

Our IT team ensures the smooth-running of our technical systems used by more than 400 employees in 8 international offices, and provides first and second level support. In addition to having the necessary technical skill, you must also be able to communicate well in both German and English. Our modern hardware and software infrastructure make this a highly varied and interesting role.

Looking to undertake a legal internship having passed your first state exam? Our international firm can provide you with an excellent springboard for your career. At HOFFMANN EITLE, legal trainees gain in-depth insight into the strategic application of trademark, design and competition law as well as patent litigation and licensing law in disputes before national and European courts.

We have a number of places available in the nursery right next door to our Munich office. We also offer various part-time working options.

Our employees have the option to work remotely and we also offer the flexitime model. 

More than 125 years of success. Offices in 8 different locations. Over 400 employees in Germany and across Europe. We are without doubt a secure and reliable employer and partner.